Surgical Tech Schools in Chester, PA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare surgical tech programs in Chester, Pennsylvania. Browse local listings and compare schedules, training formats, and total costs before contacting schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Surgical Tech Schools Near Chester, PA

#1

Delaware County Community College

Media, PA 8.5 miles away BOC Score 50.1
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $6,930
  • Out-of-state tuition: $15,540
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 22%
  • Programs offered: 48
  • Annual completions: 699
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Saint Joseph's University - Philadelphia

Philadelphia, PA 14.5 miles away BOC Score 75.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 26
  • Annual completions: 293
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Camden County College

Blackwood, NJ 18.2 miles away BOC Score 55.1
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $4,320
  • Out-of-state tuition: $4,416
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 32%
  • Programs offered: 51
  • Annual completions: 1,122
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Montgomery County Community College

Blue Bell, PA 23.2 miles away BOC Score 52.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 43
  • Annual completions: 680
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Atlantic Cape Community College

Mays Landing, NJ 43.7 miles away BOC Score 36.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 38
  • Annual completions: 214
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Alvernia University

Reading, PA 43.8 miles away BOC Score 53.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 17
  • Annual completions: 204
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences

Reading, PA 45.1 miles away BOC Score 37.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 130

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Delaware Technical Community College-Terry

Dover, DE 45.8 miles away BOC Score 48.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 61
  • Annual completions: 1,016
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Saint Joseph's University - Lancaster

Lancaster, PA 48.7 miles away BOC Score 71.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 11
  • Annual completions: 177
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

MCI Institute of NJ

Ocean, NJ 55.9 miles away
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 145

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

Pennsylvania Surgical Tech Salary Snapshot

Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania Median Pay $62,680 $30.14 per hour
U.S. Median Pay $64,650 $31.08 per hour
Data Year: 2025 SOC: 29-2055 Source: BLS OEWS

What to Compare (Quick Checklist)

  • CAAHEP or ABHES accreditation status
  • NBSTSA CST certification exam prep and pass rates
  • Clinical rotation hours in OR settings
  • State certification or registration requirements
  • Surgical case minimums and specialty exposure

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